Choice in health care is all about promoting independence when they feel like it has been taken away from them. This independence is good for confidence and prevents any loneliness, depression and low moods that can lead to sickness. Choice in healthcare supports older people as when they enter a care home, they do feel dependent on carers and workers so giving some of that independence back makes them feel as if they still have some control of their life. If any carer would like to respect Mrs Bundle’s choices when she does not want to take her antidepressants ask her if she would like to take the medication with her favourite snack. Mrs Bundle has also been living in an unreliable flat for 10 years so she should be asked if she would like
